The 1909 political cartoon below, titled "The minority", suggests there were disagreements, even fights, in the House of Representatives early in the 20th century. Some things never change, especially in politics.
1. Who are the people fighting in the cartoon?
2. Why do you think the cartoon is titled "The minority"?
3.Why would the "minority" in Congress have to fight?
4. How does Congress today compare to the Congress portrayed by the cartoonist?
5.Do you think politicians in Congress fight too much today?
6. Do you think the structure and the system of rules in the House of Representatives is fair for both parties? Why or why not?
7. Provide one way to improve conflicts among the majority and minority parties in the House of Representatives.